Signs indicate North Korea is preparing a large-scale military parade for Kim Jong Un’s birthday, signifying the completion of his sole leadership system, with significant troop mobilization expected for winter rehearsals.​ Pyongyang air tours, suspended since late 2019, have resumed using light aircraft like the Honeybee, suggesting economic leeway including aviation fuel availability.

Meanwhile, multiple passenger and cargo aircraft operating to China and Russia have been detected at Sunan International Airport.​ This activity is assessed as part of strengthened military cooperation with Russia, potentially involving critical weapons supply, advanced military equipment transport, and personnel dispatch for Russian, such ad drone production.